"America's mission in Syria is morphing from a noble battle against the most reviled terrorist organization in the world into a quixotic gambit to force changes in Assad's behavior by taking Syria's oil", Heras said.

Russia's defense ministry on Saturday attacked USA plans to maintain and boost the American military presence in eastern Syria as "international state banditry" motivated by a desire to protect oil smugglers and not by real security concerns.

The additional "assets" would appear to be headed to the oil field areas of Deir al-Zour, near the Iraqi border still controlled by the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces.

Trump's plan has drawn significant criticism, coupled with the withdrawal of US troops from the northeast of the country where their presence had been protecting America's Kurdish-led allies from Turkish attack.

Part of the U.S. troops, who returned from Iraq to Syria after a brief "withdrawal" announced by Washington, have been deployed to the oil-rich governorate of Al-Hasakah, near the town of Tell Beydar, local sources say. Perhaps it is time for the Kurds to start heading to the Oil Region! Trump tweeted on Thursday before a meeting with Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark Milley and other military leaders.

Esper met Turkish Defence Minister Hulusi Akar on Friday in Brussels during a North Atlantic Treaty Organisation meeting. "When these pundit fools who have called the Middle East wrong for 20 years ask what we are getting out of the deal, I simply say, THE OIL, AND WE ARE BRINGING OUR SOLDIERS BACK HOME, ISIS SECURED!"

Trump's decision to withdraw the bulk of roughly 1,000 American troops from Syria drew bipartisan condemnation.

This fish can survive on land, and officials want it dead
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources have released a "how to" list in case residents stumble upon the invasive fish . Anyone who catches a Northern Snakehead is urged to immediately kill it and report the finding to Wildlife officials.

Defense Secretary Mark Esper said the main goal of the American troop presence is to make sure the Islamic State is contained and unable to gain control of the oil fields and the revenue they generate.

With Russian and Syrian forces on the move, any plans to keep a small contingent of United States forces in Syria would still represent an uphill battle. Frank McKenzie, the head of U.S. Central Command, was working with a number of options, among them sending tanks to the region, deploying forces pulled from an armored brigade.

The SDF, spearheaded by the Kurdish People's Protection Units (YPG), took control of the area when it allied itself with the USA in its battle against ISIL in the region.

"Turkey put us all in a very bad situation and I think the incursion's unwarranted", Esper said.

Esper's remarks in Brussels on October 25 indicating that the force will be "mechanized" suggests that several hundred US troops will be deployed to the region.

That offensive began after Mr Trump announced United States troops would not stand in the way, though he also said the U.S. would punish Turkey's economy if the country acted inhumanely.

Hudson was out of the game after recording one out on 15 pitches against eight Washington Nationals batters, and the St. When Bryce Harper left in the offseason, the Nats used some of his money on Corbin's six-year, $140 million deal.

The problem for the Jets are the likely absences of tight end Chris Herndon and four-time Pro Bowl linebacker C.J. Jets (via Sportsbook Review ), those who tune in Sunday might not get to watch a competetive game.

In recent months, Mr Giuliani has made countless media appearances on behalf of the president, many of them weird and heated. Sessions said he did seek Yovanovitch's removal but it was because she was "disparaging President Trump to others".

The chairmen said efforts by the Trump administration "will be deemed obstruction" in their impeachment inquiry. Not only did she appear for her scheduled deposition, but boy did she have a lot to say.

The 21-year-old was a substitute for the second half in the victory over Newcastle and played a crucial role in the winning goal. Aside from the definites, there is speculation on who Lampard will choose to accompany the regulars for this must-win fixture.

On Friday, Yovanovitch testified she had been ousted based on "unfounded and false claims" after coming under attack by Giuliani. Pence has not been subpoenaed but has been warned that refusal to cooperate could be interpreted as evidence of obstruction.

But on Sunday, the Kurds struck a deal with the Syrian government after finding themselves unable to stop the Turkish onslaught. Ankara claims that its actions will allow Syrian refugees to return to their homes. "So you have Syria and you have Turkey ".

An announcement confirming the Nest Mini is believed to be coming Tuesday as a successor to Google's Home Mini from two years ago. The only real difference on the exterior is going to be that screw cutout you can see, so that you can hang the device on a wall.

Thai king's consort stripped of official titles
The photos show Ms Sineenat in a crop top while piloting a jet, and the King and her together in both candid and formal poses. The King's private life is not openly discussed in Thailand due to the country's draconian lese-majeste law.

Defendant in Giuliani associates probe gets bail
As of Wednesday evening, Fruman had met the bond requirements and was no longer in the custody of the Alexandria, Virginia, jail. Two other defendants - Giuliani pals Igor Fruman and Lev Parnas - are scheduled to be arraigned before Oetken on Wednesday.

Packers vs. Lions: Aaron Rodgers doesn't equal big points
Tailback Kerryon Johnson , despite a critical fumble on an ill-advised goal-line stretch, registered 125 yards running the ball. Not only that, but the Packers have to play against Stafford and company twice a year. "It's not the environment".

Turkey Syria offensive: Dozens killed as assault continues
Esper called on the Turks to halt their operation, but he told reporters that he has no indication they are willing to do so. The Kurdish forces targeted by Turkey were the US-led coalition's main ground partner in years of battle against Daesh.